Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryKnockdhuThe Macallan
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%43%
Age31 yr18 yr
Price£339.99£399
Rating5.00/5

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £340 vs £399.

For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£339.99 vs £399)
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £339.99)

Who should buy Knockdhu?

Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Knockdhu 31 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Old WoodTobacco

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

VanillaToastedHoney

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